Today marks the beginning of the annual "Make a Referral Week", a great opportunity to give back to your community and get involved!
What's it all about?
As the name implies, it's all about making referrals, sharing good experiences and giving back to your community.
Business owners around the world know that no matter the business climate a referral is priceless. The word of mouth is one of the best marketing tools out there because it is based on personal experience, and is therefore the best way to get clients.
So this week, why not refer a friend, colleague, or family member looking for a service to a service provider with whom you have positive experience?
How do I get involved?
There are many ways to get involved:
- Make a list - think about the local service providers you've hired in the past. Make a list of all the ones you'd recommend, and keep that list handy (in your wallet or daily planner). This way you can make a quick referral anytime a friend, colleague, or family member tells you that they're looking for a service or vendor.
- Spread the word online - if you use popular social networking sites, the easiest way to get involved is to type in your referrals. Visit The official Make a Referral Week website for more details.
- Make referrals all year long - keep making those referrals every time you are pleased with the service of a vendor or service provider. It doesn't take very much effort, but surely helps out the economy and your local community!
